Class 1 Driver in Telford

Class 1 Driver in Telford

Telford Full-Time 16.75 - 16.75 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
Avara Foods Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Deliver products safely across the UK while maintaining a professional image.
  • Company: Join Avara Foods, a leading UK food business with a strong reputation.
  • Benefits: Earn £16.75 per hour, enjoy paid breaks, and guaranteed hours.
  • Other info: Flexible start times and opportunities for training and development.
  • Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team in one of the UK's most advanced food facilities.
  • Qualifications: Must have 1 year of Class 1 driving experience and valid CPC.

The predicted salary is between 16.75 - 16.75 £ per hour.

About the Role

Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.

Who are we, and what do we do?

You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products.

Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.

We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions.

We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

A little about our Telford site

Our advanced manufacturing site in Telford is one of our main processing facilities, processing up to 1.5 million birds per week.

There are over 1,200 talented people employed at our Telford site, helping us to deliver high quality products to our customers and making the business a trusted leader in fresh foods.

We’ve recently invested £2.3 million in technology and equipment, making it one of the most advanced food manufacturing facilities in the UK.

About the role

As a Driver you will ensure our product is delivered safely and effectively to customer and company sites around the UK.

  • Working Hours
  • 4o4o start times between 00:00 and 04:00 on a roster basis

Key responsibilities will include

  • Completing walk around checks and ensuring the security of your load.
  • Updating and maintaining your work record through digi card downloads and completion of driver envelopes.
  • Reporting of defects in a timely manner.
  • Upholding a professional company image.
  • Maintaining good communication with internal and external teams.

What can we offer you?

  • £16.75 per hour (paid weekly)
  • Paid breaks
  • Unsocial Payment when working unsocial hours
  • Guaranteed hours (minimum of 50 per week)
  • Company funded CPC refreshers and renewals.
  • Earn £250 for every friend or family member you refer for a job with us*
  • Training and development from day one and a secure contract
  • Subsidised staff canteen
  • Free on-site parking *T's & C's apply

What we are looking for

  • A minimum of 1 years’ Class 1 experience.
  • Current valid CPC and tacho cards.
  • No more than 6 points (Including no IN or DR)
  • A good working knowledge of driver hours and regulations.
  • Flexibility around start times in line with business needs.

All of our Operational facilities are Covid secure. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Apply today!

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Avara Foods Ltd

Contact Details:

Avara Foods Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Class 1 Driver in Telford

Class 1 Driving Experience
CPC Certification
Tacho Card Knowledge
Knowledge of Driver Hours and Regulations
Load Security Checks
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail